4 Minute Film School

3D Models and Monster Sounds: 4 Minute Film School

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 02:27:57 EDT

Indy Mogul viewers, Ian and Blake, share with us their awesome tutorials for making 3D Models and crazy Monster noises. Send in your own tutorials to have them be included in future episodes of 4 Minute Film School!Episode Resources:Green Screening Google SketchUpAudacity

Editing Tips for Final Cut Pro: 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:00:00 EDT

In this episode, Emmy Award Winning Video Editor, Bill Cammack, teaches Steve some handy dandy tips for using Final Cut Pro. What are the tips he gives? Well, the first one is about cr...hey, are you trying to get me to give out the goods so that you don't even have to watch the episode? Not on my watch!!! My stopwatch, that is.

Weekend Extra: Bullet Ricochet

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 17:02:54 EDT

Big shout out to Tomi for this submission and if you want to showcase your own work on Indy Mogul submit it to www.indymogul.com! Stay tuned next week for another Four Minute Film School. http://www.tm-films.net/

Drawless Animation: 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 30 May 2008 17:09:22 EDT

"Drawless Animation!?! Dat don't make sense!!" - said the hapless yokel. But Rob Schrab, today's guest professor, proves otherwise. He proves that Drawless Animation is quite possibly the coolest form of video around today; combining cardboard, greenscreen, people, and toys...all with a little hot glue...and that old Indy Mogul sentiment of DO IT YOURSELF.Rob's innovative style has made its way into a Death Cab for Cutie video and episodes of the Sarah Silverman Program (of which he is also co-creator). His talents and accomplishments stretch far beyond what will be covered today and we thank him for spending some time with us Indy Mogulers. We also would like to send a special thanks out to Dave Seger for shooting/editing and bringing us all together.

Preparing for a Shoot: 4 Minute Film School

Mon, 19 May 2008 16:05:53 EDT

In this episode, Steve shares some knowledge he's gained through working on no-budget movies to help keep production smooth and professional. With hits from Jared like "How to Properly Clean Your Lens the Night Before a Shoot", this episode is sure to hit #1 on the Billboard Charts for podcasts! What? Billboard doesn't chart podcasts!?!

35mm Adapter: 4 Minute Film School

Sun, 11 May 2008 16:29:18 EDT

Want to challenge the filmmakers who spend millions of dollars on their films, yet, still have the nerve to call themselves indie? Pick up a 35mm adapter or build one yourself and you can give your movies that "film look" and start being taken more seriously!

Viewer Film Screening: 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 02 May 2008 17:23:36 EDT

This week, on 4 Minute Film School, we're doing a Viewer Film Screening. You send in your films relating to topics we've covered, and we show them! This week's submission comes from Forum Member Griffin McLain, and it's called "The Failure".

Advanced Lighting (Part Dos): 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 06:07:05 EDT

This episode of 4 Minute examines the many uses of gels, the appropriate times to use diffusion, your mom, and placement of your lights. After watching this episode you should be able to light your movies like the Sun lights our planet Earth. OUCH! You're burning my skin!!!!

Advanced Lighting (Part One): 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:07:41 EDT

The first installment of our 4 Minute Film School on advanced lighting covers all the theory you'll need to know to start getting a more professional look for your video projects. From gels and color temperature to diffusion and hotspots, you'll not only be better at lighting...but a better person after watching this episode.

Make a 3D Movie: 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 13:30:58 EDT

Sick of making BORING two dimensional movies? Watch this episode to learn how to shoot and edit 3D video and even build a rig just for 3D movie making. Buy 3D glasses here: http://www.best3dglasses.com

Dialogue: 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 15:28:46 EDT

Cat got your tongue? Can't think of how to make your characters seem real when they speak? Well, that's because you haven't watched this video yet! Awesome tips from forum members SeventhEntity and trspballer78!

Dolly Tips: 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:00:00 EDT

So you built your dolly, didn't you? You didn't!??! Then why are you watching Indy Mogul? Build your dolly and watch this episode to learn how to use it.

Mise-En-Scene: 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 16:44:28 EDT

Thank God for the French! They gave us freedom from the redcoats and now Mise-En-Scene for filmmaking! Every little detail from actor positioning to editing can enhance your mise-en-scene and make your film that much more enticing!

Film Noir - 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 15:21:35 EST

Are you a fan of the darker movies? Do Batman, Touch of Evil, Sin City, and The Maltese Falcon make you pee your pants (You don't pee your pants while watching your favorite movies!?!...well...yea...me neither)? Learn how to get that look with the right lighting, writing, and tons of other great tips. Even if you don't make movies...this ode to Film Noir will have you jumping in your seat (or promptly leaving it).

4 Minute Film School: Casting

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 18:49:45 EST

So you're a big time director now but oh no! you have to cast your first film! what ever will you do??? Don't worry, Steve Nelson is here to rescue you! ...because no one else was available...

Storyboarding - 4 Minute Film School

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:58:59 EST

Storyboards are like blueprints for your movies. And the bigger your production, the more important they become. As Christopher Columbus once said, "Making a movie without a storyboard is like throwing your money into a bottomless pit." Download Our Storyboard Template HERESubmissions from Forum Members:Bridboyross and Leatherfeet

4 Minute Film School - Writing a Script

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 01:00:00 EST

You can build fake limbs, make your friends look like zombies, and even green screen yourself on the moon!! But can you write a movie that involves all of these effects?In our FIRST episode of "4 Minute Film School", Steve Nelson gives advice on writing scripts (including free program) and ways to inspire that brain which has been plagued with writer's block!